Cryptocurrency and Your Estate Plan: Don’t Let Your Digital Wealth Disappear
For many Californians, cryptocurrency has become another part of their investment portfolio. Whether you own Bitcoin, Ethereum, or another digital asset, one thing is certain: if your estate plan doesn't account for it, your family could face significant challenges after your death. Unlike traditional bank or brokerage accounts, cryptocurrency accounts often have no central authority to restore access if passwords, recovery phrases, or private keys are lost. In many cases, access to the cryptocurrency means ownership. Without proper planning, your digital assets could become permanently inaccessible. Why Cryptocurrency Is Different Your executor can usually locate your bank accounts, investment accounts, ... Read More
